Created by
Nathalie D Gribinski
Woman in Yellow by Nathalie Gribinski in Chicago
Woman in Yellow
Woman in Yellow emerges from a dense field of energetic lines, as if memory, movement, and emotion have been layered upon one another until a figure slowly reveals itself. A luminous yellow form rises from the lower portion of the canvas, becoming an anchor within a turbulent environment of looping marks, shifting colors, and vibrating textures.
Created with acrylics and oil markers on canvas, the painting is built through thousands of intertwined gestures that create a sense of rhythm and continuous transformation. Rather than describing a physical space, the lines generate a psychological landscape where figures appear, dissolve, and re-emerge. The yellow presence acts as a beacon of light within this intricate visual network, suggesting resilience, awakening, or quiet strength.
Unlike the more defined vocabulary of the Tourlicoulis, this work relies on accumulation, intuition, and the expressive power of the hand. The image unfolds gradually, inviting viewers to wander through layers of marks and discover their own narratives hidden within the composition.
Cartography Note
Within your stylistic evolution, this painting belongs to a family where gesture becomes atmosphere. The forms are not outlined and organized as they are in the Tourlicoulis. Instead, they emerge from a continuous flow of line, creating a work that feels more instinctive, immersive, and emotionally charged. The figure is not drawn; she is discovered.
Availability: Available
Medium: oil paint, acrylic paint
Collection: abstract
Size: 48in (W) X 48in (H)
Price: $4,000
Meet the Artist
Meet the Artist
Chicago, United StatesI am a French-American artist, illustrator, and graphic designer based in Chicago. For more than three decades, I have explored the power of visual communication through painting, drawing, illustration, and design. My work has been exhibited in galleries and cultural venues in the United States and internationally, and my paintings are held in private collections around the world.
What inspires me most is connection. Every painting is a conversation—between colors, shapes, emotions, ideas, and ultimately the viewer. I find inspiration everywhere: in music, nature, human relationships, dreams, memories, and the beauty hidden in everyday life. Music plays a particularly important role in my creative process, often influencing the rhythm, movement, and energy of my work.
I am known for creating vibrant, expressive artwork filled with color, movement, and imagination. Over the years, I have developed numerous bodies of work, including my signature Tourlicoulis and Tourliboulis series, distinctive visual languages populated by playful characters, organic forms, and visual stories. Whether abstract or figurative, my work seeks to spark curiosity, encourage connection, and celebrate the joy of being alive.
My artistic practice combines acrylics, oil markers, watercolor, ink, pastels, charcoal, and mixed media. I work intuitively and embrace experimentation. Some of my favorite discoveries begin as unexpected accidents. My background as both a fine artist and professional graphic designer has given me a strong understanding of composition, color, visual storytelling, and creative problem-solving.
In addition to studio work, I enjoy live painting events where audiences can witness a piece unfold in real time. I have also created artwork for large-scale public and digital installations, including a project for Emory Brain Health featured during Super Bowl week.
What I love most about creating is the sense of discovery. I never begin a painting knowing exactly where it will lead. Each work teaches me something new and opens the door to the next adventure. I am not searching for my voice—I am curious about what my voice can say next.
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